Nigel Farage, former UKIP leader and current Reform UK figurehead, has suggested he could become the next prime minister of the United Kingdom.
In a recent interview with GB News, Farage claimed that the current political climate presents a unique opportunity for change.
“I’ve never lived through a moment in my life where there has been such absolute disappointment and disillusionment with the two parties,” Farage told GB News. He added that while it may not be probable, it is possible for him to become prime minister, citing bookmakers’ odds of 8/1.
Farage’s comments come on the heels of Reform UK’s recent conference in Birmingham, where he predicted the party could win the next general election. Farage told cheering supporters, “We can win the next general election just with the numbers of people that agree with our principles.”
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At the conference, Farage announced plans to professionalise the party, transforming it from a company majority-owned by him to a mass-owned non-profit organisation.
He emphasised the need for credibility and a strong presence on the ground to achieve electoral success.
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The conference, held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), attracted approximately 4,000 attendees, according to organisers. This turnout reportedly surpassed that of the recent Liberal Democrat conference.
Reform UK also announced it had reached 80,000 members, a figure comparable to the Lib Dems’ membership.
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The event featured speeches from all five Reform MPs elected in July, as well as appearances by former soldier Ant Middleton and comedian Jim Davidson.
Zia Yusuf, Reform UK’s millionaire chairman, gave an upbeat speech about the party’s election readiness and the prospect of “prime minister Farage”.
When asked about his qualifications to lead the country, Farage quipped: “I haven’t really, I’ve not been to Oxford. I’ve run a private business. I have a sense of humour, I’m probably disqualified.”
Nigel Farage celebrating after his speech at the party conferenceGB News
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However, he acknowledged the possibility of a new leader emerging within Reform UK.
“In the next five years, it’s probable that somebody younger and better looking than me will come along,” Farage said.
He expressed willingness to support such a candidate, stating: “If I can help propel us in that direction, and if nobody does come along much better, then I’ll have a go.”